The Marconi IFR Aeroflex FM/AM1600CSA is a cellular protocol analyzer engineered for in-depth measurement and compliance testing of dual-band mobile communication systems. It delivers protocol analysis, RF signal generation, and modulation characterization across 250 kHz to 1 GHz, supporting TDMA/DAMPS, AMPS, NAMPS, and GSM standards. The instrument combines a full-duplex signal generator, real-time spectrum analyzer, digitized oscilloscope, and integrated metering suite in a single platform for field and laboratory deployment.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 250 kHz to 999.9999 MHz (RF Signal Generator: 400 kHz to 999.9999 MHz); usable to 1 GHz for spectrum analysis
• Cellular Bands: Dual-band, 400/800 MHz
• Protocol Support: TIA/EIA-136 TDMA/DAMPS, TIA/EIA 553A, AMPS and NAMPS signaling compliance, GSM, CDMA
• Signal Generator Output: -137 dBm to +13 dBm; duplex: -120 dBm to +7 dBm; AM modulation max +7 dBm at 99.9% depth
• FM Modulation: 100 kHz 1 dB bandwidth, 0–100 kHz deviation, AC/DC coupling selectable
• AM Modulation: 30 kHz 1 dB bandwidth, 0–99.9% depth (0.1% resolution), 40 dB on/off ratio, <10 µs rise time
• Modulation Oscillator: 0.01 Hz to 20 kHz, sine/triangle/square wave outputs
• Spectrum Analyzer: DC to 1 GHz with frequency domain analysis
• Oscilloscope: Full scan digitized display to 1 MHz
• Metering Functions: Power, distortion, SINAD, deviation, modulation index, phase, signal strength, bit error rate, frequency error
• Full Duplex Mode: ±999.9749 MHz frequency offset
– Key Features
• High-speed constellation display for π/4 DQPSK modulation analysis
• Near real-time digital modulation characteristic measurement
• FSK, DTMF, tone-coded squelch, and digital squelch support
• Dual audio/data generators with cross-band duplex capability
• Integrated digital multimeter (DVM)
• Optional base station testing routines
– Typical Applications
• Cellular protocol compliance testing and troubleshooting
• Mobile terminal and base station RF characterization
• Modulation quality assessment and signal analysis
• Two-way radio system optimization
– Compatibility & Integration
Supports independent receiver and generator operation or simultaneous full-duplex measurement across 400 and 800 MHz cellular bands.
